From slate or clay-tile roofing to copper gutters to precision ornamental metal work, The Durable Slate Company can handle any specialty roofing project of any size, anywhere. Whether small or large, all roof repairs receive the same attention and commitment to quality. You'll love our work.
The Durable Slate Company is equipped for every slate roof on any kind of building. Residential, commercial, or place of worship, new roof or a century standing. With us, your slate roof will truly stand the test of time and look beautiful for ages to come.
With one of the largest stocks of reclaimed slate in the country, we can match most slate roofs whether performing a complete restoration, or installing a slate roof on an addition, or repairing large sections damaged by fire, wind, storms, and other forces of nature.
We install, repair and restore all types of clay roof tiles expertly, by contractors with in-depth knowledge and respect for the roofing material.
The repair and restoration of old clay tile roofs should only be done by a roofing contractor with suitable expertise; too often tile restoration is carried out by contractors without the in-depth knowledge and skill required, resulting in many ruined clay tile roofs. Choose Durable instead.
The Durable Slate Company installs all types of copper roofing including standing seam, batten seam, soldered flat lock, copper shingles, diamond pattern, and other custom systems.
With proper fastening, skilled handling of joints, and adequate consideration for thermal and building movement, a well-installed copper roof can last many decades with little or no maintenance.
We install all types of hanging copper gutters from standard 16oz. k-style to custom heavy gauge gutters with bar stock supports to withstand the harshest winters. We can replicate all ornamental gutters, collector heads, and downspouts.
Leaks in these gutter systems can cause extensive interior damage, and, if not properly repaired, may result in structural damage.
Though slate and metal roofs have much intrinsic beauty, patterns in the roof and ornamental elements such as finials, collector heads, decorative cornice, and other fancy metallic roof protrusions add another aspect of beauty to the exterior fabric. These items can also uniquely customize new roof installations.
With our large stock of recovered slate and clay tiles, we can seamlessly preserve the original architectural vision of your historic home, church, or institutional building. We are also interested in purchasing high quality salvaged slate and clay roofing tiles.
Even the best natural roofs suffer their fair share of damage and mishaps. A talented installer can help you avoid these issues. Alongside a comprehensive maintenance plan and the occasional repair, your historic roof will last longer, look more beautiful, and cost less money. Contact The Durable Slate Company for help with any historic roof repair.
John Chan, a principal of The Durable Slate Company, is a roof consultant certified by Haag Engineering. John is certified in all types of steep roofing including slate, tile, metal, wood, and composition, as well as commercial flat roofing. This certification also covers damage caused by hail, wind, and storm damage. As President of the National Slate Association (NSA), John is a leading expert in all aspects of slate roofing.
John’s other certifications include:
John has provided expert witness testimony in numerous court cases for both prosecution and defense. References and CV can be provided upon request. Fees are negotiated on a case by case basis.
